Published 18/6/19 1:17pm

Final call for September 2019 applications…

Our final audition day is coming up in August for entry on to our full-time training courses in September. If you are looking to take your first steps towards a career in the Performing Arts industry, just a few weeks remain to get your application in!

MGA is Scotland’s only CDMT-accredited school, and ISTD-approved centre for teaching qualifications and offers THREE degree programmes in Acting, Musical Theatre and Dance. Come and join the MGA family and train with us in beautiful Edinburgh! Your future and professional debut await…

Applying is easy – simply fill in a short online form and we’ll lead you through the rest from there, including information on the audition process. You can find full details of each course on the full-time pages below. Have a read of what we offer, decide which path is the right one for you (or get in touch and we can chat through your options) and then fill in that application form!

One-year Foundation (HNC) courses

Three-year undergraduate BA (Hons) Degrees

BA (Hons) Top-up Year

For advanced students with appropriate qualifications and/or suitable professional experience to join the final year of our Musical Theatre, Acting or Dance degree programmes.

Postgraduate Degrees

Complete in 1 year full time, 2 years part time.

* New for September 2023! (Subject to approval)

Published 30/6/23   1:32PM

Final audition call for Sept entry...

Apply for a course at The MGA Academy of Performing Arts and be part of something extraordinary! Final auditions for our full-time professional training courses will take place in Edinburgh on Sunday, 6th August. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of MGA history and be among the first… » Read more

Published 24/5/23   3:40PM

'Strictly' stars inspire next generation!

Our lucky Musical Theatre and Dance students were treated to an unforgettable experience as performers from Strictly Ballroom: The Musical took a break from touring and brought the glitz and glamour of ballroom dancing to life The MGA Academy of Performing Arts last week! Kevin Clifton, BBC Strictly Come Dancing… » Read more

Published 8/3/23   3:32PM

Intro to Acting Training coming soon!

MGA is delighted to offer for the first time a special weekend dedicated to anyone interested in professional training in acting. This workshop will offer an insight into the BA (Hons) Acting course offered by the MGA Academy of Performing Arts and will primarily focus upon the development of a… » Read more

Published 13/1/23   9:10AM

We're ready to welcome you!

The MGA Academy of Performing Arts to welcome prospective students on campus for open day events this February. We will be opening our doors on Wednesday 8th (Acting/Dance) and Thursday 9th February (Musical Theatre) for another series of Open Days. These events are a fantastic opportunity to engage with lecturers,… » Read more

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Phone: 0330 058 0656

General enquiries/student information: info@themgaacademy.com

Office address: 207 Balgreen Road, Edinburgh, EH11 2RZ, United Kingdom
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